LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 10: Chapter 10
Rin slowly sat up in bed, his breath still short from the intense experience he had just undergone. The vibrant energy of chakra pulsed through his body, like a powerful river ready to be harnessed. But it was not time to rest yet.
"System," he said mentally after a few moments, "now let's move on to breathing techniques. I want to master Total Breathing and its variations. I suppose that will require another process, right?"
[ Ding. The host is right. Breathing techniques, while related to internal energy, require precise control of breathing, blood circulation, and muscle oxygenation. It does not depend solely on chakra, but the synergy between the two can greatly enhance the results. ]
Rin nodded, concentrating. "Very well, what should I do?"
[ Step 1: The host must enter a meditative state to synchronize their breathing with their internal energy. Breathe deeply and slowly, visualizing the energy flowing with each inhalation.
Step 2: Each breath cycle should be amplified, increasing the oxygen supply to the muscles and stimulating vital energy. This will require gradual adaptation to avoid damaging your body.
Step 3: Once Total Breathing is mastered, the host can experiment with specific breathing patterns to access variations such as Sun Breathing, Water Breathing, or others. ]
Rin took a deep breath, closing his eyes to concentrate. He began by calming his breathing, slowing it down until it was almost imperceptible. Each inhalation seemed to penetrate the depths of his being, nourishing not only his lungs, but also his astral ki and vital energy.
"Synchronize breathing with internal energy…" he murmured in his mind.
He visualized a silver glow—his astral ki—mingling with the golden flow of his life energy. With each breath, the two energies seemed to intensify, flooding his muscles and organs with new vitality.
[ Ding. Synchronization of breathing and internal energy successful. Total Breathing activated. ]
A gentle warmth invaded Rin's body, followed by a pleasant shiver that ran down his spine. Each beat of his heart seemed perfectly in tune with his breath, creating a feeling of perfect harmony.
[ Next step: Amplification of muscular and energetic oxygenation. The host must slightly accelerate his breathing while maintaining synchronization with his internal energy. ]
Rin obeyed, slightly increasing the rhythm of his inhalations and exhalations. Quickly, he felt an incredible force spread through his limbs. His muscles seemed to become denser, more powerful, as if they were about to explode with energy.
[Warning: Overload can occur if the process is poorly controlled. The host must control this energy and distribute it evenly throughout the body.]
Rin frowned, adjusting his breathing with almost instinctive precision. Once the pressure stabilized, he opened his eyes, a silvery glow briefly shining in his gaze.
"This is… extraordinary. Just with this breath, I feel much more powerful."
[ Ding. Total Breathing mastered. The host can now access advanced breathing techniques. ]
Rin took another deep breath, then stood up, testing his body. His movements seemed faster, more fluid. Each step echoed slightly, as if the power contained within him was expressing itself through the ground.
"System, now let's move on to the variations. I want to master the Breath of the Sun first."
[ Breath of the Sun: A primordial technique that requires perfect control of the Total Breath. Pattern detected in the host's memories. ]
[ Step 1: Adjust your breathing to intensify the flow of energy to the core points of your body, such as your heart, lungs, and diaphragm. Visualize a blazing flame in your chest, fueled by each inhale.
Step 2: Synchronize this flame with your movements, channeling the energy into your limbs for quick and powerful attacks.
Step 3: Apply this method in combat to unleash the full potential of the Sun Breath. ]
Rin followed the instructions with determination. He visualized a flame in his chest, glowing and bright, intensifying with each inhale. As he stood up to perform a training move, he felt this flame spread to his arms and legs, amplifying his speed and power.
A satisfied smile played on his lips. "This is fascinating. I wonder how far it can go."
But suddenly, something unusual happened. As he tested the Sun Breathing, a sharp pain shot through his head, and an unexpected vision flashed through his mind.
Rin was still sitting, leaning against the wall, his arms shaking and his heart pounding. The image that had invaded his mind remained etched in his memory, burning with clarity. The battlefield stretched out before him, flames licking the sky, dancing shadows mingling with the bright light of each blow he landed. The enemies—strange, indistinct silhouettes—seemed to fall one after the other to his superhuman attacks. Yet it wasn't just his strength that had marked him.
There was this gigantic shadow behind him, so imposing that it had made the ground tremble beneath his feet in the vision. It wasn't a threat, he knew instinctively. No, it was a protective force, like an ancient god watching over him.
"What… was that?" Rin whispered, her voice breaking slightly under the weight of emotion.
He stood there for a long moment, staring into space. His thoughts were a blur, a mixture of awe, fear, and curiosity. Nothing in his life so far had prepared him for something so… monumental.
He took a deep breath, trying to calm the tumult in his mind, and finally asked the question that had been haunting him since the vision had faded.
"System, what was that vision?"
His voice was calm, almost cold, but tinged with a burning curiosity.
[ Ding. The host has triggered a unique resonance between his chakra and the Total Breath. This combination does not exist naturally in this universe. Because of this singularity, the system has captured fragments of a potential future linked to your choices and abilities. This vision could represent a path you are destined to follow… or avoid. ]
"A potential future…" Rin repeated the words under his breath, running a trembling hand through his white hair. "That means this power, this scene… all of this could really happen to me. But…"
He closed his eyes, trying to remember every detail. That gigantic, imposing, protective shadow. It seemed almost familiar, though distant, like an echo of a buried memory.
"That shadow… who was it?"
[Analysis in progress…
Result: According to your memories and the fragments captured by the system, this shadow is a partial projection of Helionis, the Elder God of the Sun.]
Rin opened his eyes abruptly.
"Helionis?" he murmured in disbelief. "The God of the Sun?"
[Correct. In this universe, Helionis was among the first gods to exist. However, for reasons unknown, he disappeared eons ago, leaving behind few traces. ]
A cold shiver ran down Rin's spine. The Elder Gods were entities of inconceivable power. Their mere mention in legends was enough to inspire fear and respect. But if he had actually seen Helionis… what did that mean to him?
He stood up slowly, still leaning against the wall, and clenched his fists.
"I must advance cautiously," he muttered to himself, "but retreating is not an option. If this power foretells what I can become, then I must make sure I achieve it."
Seeking to banish confusion, Rin focused on his next step. He closed his eyes and forced himself to breathe calmly.
"System," he said, his voice more composed, "I want to continue to progress. Show me the Breathing techniques that are compatible with my chakra and astral ki. I must train and be ready for what lies ahead."
[Calculating…
Result: Due to your unique affinity and the resonance between your chakra and astral ki, the following variants are highly compatible:
•Shadow Breathing
•Moon Breathing
•Fire Breathing]
A thin smile appeared on Rin's lips.
"Shadow Breathing and Moon Breathing. Those two are perfect for me. Let's take it step by step."
[Would you like to start by learning Shadow Breathing?]
"Yes. It seems like a natural extension of my current abilities."
Rin settled into his usual meditation position, his mind instantly calming as he followed the system's instructions. The air in the room seemed to change, becoming heavier, denser.
He began by slowing his breathing, reducing his heart rate. Each inhale and exhale was so subtle that he felt as if he were gradually disappearing into the darkness of the room.
Suddenly, he felt something. The darkness around him vibrated, like a calm sea reacting to the moon.
[Ding. Stage 1 successful. Initial synchronization with shadows established. ]
Rin opened his eyes. The room felt different. The shadows danced, undulating like waves, reacting to his breath. He raised a hand, and the darkness reached out to him, wrapping itself around his fingers.
"This is… fascinating," he murmured as he watched the shadows solidify briefly before evaporating.
[ Ding. Congratulations, host. You have awakened the foundations of Shadow Breathing. ]
The system continued:
[ This style allows you to enhance your stealth abilities, silent attacks, and conceal your presence. As you progress, you will be able to materialize weapons or forms from the shadows themselves. ]
Rin stood up, moving slowly. He reached out a hand toward a dark corner of the room, and the shadow immediately responded, lengthening and taking the form of a sinister blade.
"With this, I could move through the darkness like a ghost, striking unseen." He gave a satisfied smile. "But I must go further. The Moon Breathing awaits me."
As he prepared to meditate on the Moon Breathing, an unexpected alert sounded.
[ Ding. The host's heaven-defying understanding has activated. You have unlocked all Breathing techniques related to your chakra affinities. Additionally, for the Sun, Shadow, Moon, and Fire Breathing, you have access to a series of destructive and ultimate moves. ]
Rin narrowed his eyes, intrigued.
"Destructive and ultimate moves? Explain it to me."
[ Destructive and Ultimate Moves are techniques of unmatched power and sophistication, designed to harness the maximum potential of each Breathing style. These moves transcend the fighters' ordinary abilities by pushing the limits of chakra, astral ki, and Total Breathing. Although they share a common base, they differ in their intensity and purpose. Here is their nature and role in combat ]
[Destructive Moves are a series of advanced offensive techniques, designed to inflict massive damage and disorient the opponent. They rely on complex combinations of breath, chakra, and mastery of the environment.
These techniques are often spectacular, involving changes in the terrain or atmosphere (materializing shadows, massive explosions, sharp moon bursts).
They require perfect synchronization between the user and the nature of their style.]
[ Ultimate Moves represent the pinnacle of a Breathing style. They are not just attacks, but pure manifestations of the style's essence, fusing physical, spiritual, and emotional energy.
These techniques are often decisive actions, capable of turning the tide of a fight.
They embody a form of perfection: each movement is fluid, without loss of energy, and often unpredictable to the opponent.
The user enters a state of resonance with the universe around them, exploiting every available shadow, flame, or moonlight.]
"These techniques…" he murmured, his eyes sparkling. "If I can master them, there will be no opponent I cannot defeat."
But he knew that mastery would come with a price.
"I must work hard. I cannot waste time."
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{ AUTHOR NOTE
It's been about a week now since I started writing and I've already written 10 chapters. I know it's not much but I would like to thank you for the support you give me. Then I didn't reveal the destructive and ultimate move. Because I would like you to give me ideas even if I already have some, it would be even better if it came from you so I ask you to make suggestions in the comments. Same also for other techniques or powers that you would like to see Rin use.}